Friday, March 18, 2016

Breath of Fresh Air #SOL16

Wow! What a busy day! The house is finally getting quiet for the night. Blow up mattresses are occupied, fan is buzzing, and conversations are ceasing. A beautiful hum has filled the house!

Deep breath in and deep breath out!

Last night, RW and the boys arrived from Lubbock to help for the evening and day. Amy and Ellyce were delighted to see their guys. The boys helped lug trash bags, and Dub took donations to Good Will. It was a huge blessing to have more hands helping to clean, move, and organize. Plus, it is always a bonus to have more necks to hug!

Deep breath in and deep breath out!

Our alarm went off at 4 after getting to bed about one. Then, my sister and I sped through the house to ready it for the people by tying up any loose ends that we had left. At 8 o'clock, we opened the door to our first customers. It has been non-stop since then!!

Deep breath in and deep breath out!

About 9 o'clock the first breeze of fresh air blew into my grandparents' home. My brother and his son got here! Amy and I have been blessed with the most amazing guy as a brother! He is wise and funny. His arrival brought the missing link to our sibling puzzle. We needed him to complete us. We have spent the entire day together. It is always so much fun for me to watch "the kids" as Mom used to call Amy and Jason. They compliment each other. They make each other crack up. Together, the three of us are a pretty wonderful team.

Deep breath in and deep breath out!

Not long after Jason and Keegan arrived, the next breeze hit the house. Our Dad came to help us in any way that he could. My dad has always felt like a calm in the storm. Therefore, having his help and support this week has been a huge blessing to my sister and I. He jumped in, grabbed lunch, helped move stuff, looked over the work we had done, reminded all of us how proud of us he is and gave to us unconditionally. I am so thankful for him!

Deep breath in and deep breath out!

Throughout the day, we have had rain storms rumble through town. The cleansing water has poured and misted the dust and cobwebs out of the air. The doors have been open all day, and God's power in the heavens has cleansed and reminded us of his mighty presence. The storms have startled our little ones, but they have been a huge blessing refreshment. Even now, I can smell the clean spring air.

Deep breath in and deep breath out!

Finally, the estate sell has encouraged a lot of people to come to my grandparents' home and "shop". The stories about this amazing couple and the legacy of their hard work at Famous Shoe Store has been like celebrating their life all day long. We have heard stories, laughed, teared up, and enjoyed every single person who has come to get some treasures. What a breath of fresh air!

Deep breath in and deep breath out!

Tonight, Layten and Kristen got here for tomorrow's round two. We have rearranged and gotten things ready, again! Layten and Ellyce have made each other double over in laughter while they had "girl time". Kristen has admired our hard work and jumped right in to help in any way. These two brought their sassy, fun energy which gave the house a gust of crisp air.

Deep breath in and deep breath out!

And finally, as I get ready to turn off this computer and get some sleep. I can rest knowing that after being away from my handsome husband for an entire week, he will be here tomorrow. He is my calm in the storm. I am so thankful for his support and love, and can't wait to see him.

It was delightful to read about the love and support that surrounded you in this slice. I also enjoyed how the movement of air (breath, breezes, fresh air) wove through your piece, and I got a quick laugh from Cool Breeze's comment!

It was delightful to read about the love and support that surrounded you in this slice. I also enjoyed how the movement of air (breath, breezes, fresh air) wove through your piece, and I got a quick laugh from Cool Breeze's comment!